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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining

Overview of Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Gloucester, VA
  • AirportNewport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.)39 min drive
  • Popular LocationBusch Gardens Williamsburg40 min drive
  • Popular LocationWater Country USA42 min drive
  • Popular LocationCollege of William and Mary46 min drive

Space details

1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, sleeps 4
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
    1 twin/single bed
Common area
    1 sleep sofa/futon
Bathroom 1
    Shower

Room options

About the neighborhood

Gloucester

On river.You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Riverside Walter Reed Hospital and 12 miles (20 km) of Machicomoco State Park. Gloucester Point Beach Park and Gwynn's Island Musuem are also within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Busch Gardens Williamsburg - 40 min drive
  • Water Country USA - 42 min drive
  • College of William and Mary - 46 min drive
  • Merchants Square - 47 min drive
  • Williamsburg Premium Outlets - 51 min drive

Getting around

  • Williamsburg Transportation Center - 47 min drive
  • Newport News - Williamsburg Intl. Airport (PHF) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Subway - 10 min drive
  • Chick-Fil-A - 10 min drive
  • Little Italy Ristorante - 10 min drive
  • McDonald's - 10 min drive
  • IDK Raw Bar Grill and Gaming - 16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate

Come spend your vacation in this quiet, peaceful setting on the Ware River. This charming and romantic 2 story cottage has hand hewn post and peg construction dating to the 1890's. There are fireplaces in both the living room and bedroom with ceiling fans in the bedroom and on the front porch. Just in front of the cottage is a restored icehouse used to store vegetables and dairy with blocks of ice brought from up north by steamboats down the Chesapeake Bay. The waterfront is a short stroll down our private oyster shell drive and has a pier with a floating dock, table, chairs and fishing gear. This is a perfect spot for watching our beautiful sunsets while enjoying a glass of wine, fishing, crabbing, or launching your canoe or kayak. The Cottage is 1 hr from Richmond or Norfolk, 2 hours from DC, 45 min from Williamsburg, 30 min from Yorktown, and 20 minutes to the Arts and waterman community of Mathews. It provides a great home base for exploring this beautiful and diverse region of Virginia.

Property manager

Sherri

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Please provide crate if you leave your pet alone.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate to the airport?

This cottage is 26.9 mi (39-min drive) away from the Newport News - Williamsburg Intl. Airport (PHF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate to the beach?

This cottage is 17.8 mi (26-min drive) from Yorktown Beach.

Does Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate to downtown Gloucester?

This cottage is 2.4 mi away from Gloucester.

Historic Cottage on Ware River Estate Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 232 out of 241 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 241 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 241 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 241 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 241 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

david w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience
Excellent base for exploring Williamsburg, Yorktown and Jamestown. Beautiful historic cottage on expansive grounds. Dead quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johann T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
We did a short stay over a weekend - the weather was bad so we weren't able to do much in the area, but the host answered all our questions and was very pleasant to work with. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Darlene and Jerry Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
Lovely accommodations. We felt like we were staying in our personal B&B! Clean and decor quite appropriate for the era. This would have definitely been a 5-star rating if not for the TV situation. We would have liked watching TV at night after our long days of sightseeing. However, you cannot simply watch network TV. So know your passwords for streaming!! Also, if you have ANY mobility issues, you will have difficulty navigating to the bathroom and bedroom which are up high steep stairs. But if you don’t have mobility issues or TV concerns, you will love your stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas in Williamsburg
This lovely cottage is about an hour's drive from the Historic Triangle: a little farther than we had anticipated, but this in NO way spoiled our trip! The "Middle Cottage" offered us a place to call "home" from our travels.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Middle Cottage for Christmas
The host had everything prepared for our December visit, including holiday decorations and fire laid in the fireplace! The cottage is thoughtfully designed and furnished. The surroundings are peaceful. We did not hear a single car, plane, or siren for our entire stay. And the stars! We would definitely rent this cottage again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Cindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving Getaway to Williamsburg
Very relaxing visit. Nice property. Nice owners. Our only issue was with the fireplace, which was more trouble than pleasure. Very disappointing.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Fall get away.
This was a perfect place to celebrate our birthdays/anniversary trip since November is our celebration month. Precious house that gave us excellent down time and special memories. We loved every minute!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely!!
The cottage was beyond adorable! It was decorated to perfection, and the property was quiet and peaceful. We took many long walks with our small dog who was in heaven!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen P., US

Liked: Cleanliness
Two night trip with dog.
The cottage was adorable and perfect for a couple and small dog. It was so peaceful and the grounds were beautiful and expansive. We would love to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Glebefield Cottage
Clean, quiet and private. Easily accessible. Kitchen very well equipped. Bed and bedding very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023